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Job Summary
As a Network Engineer Team Lead, you will be responsible to analyse and support all IIT technical systems with the main focus on Networking in the Industrial IT environment. Duties will include initial problem definition and clarification through diagnostic testing and/or instructions from senior staff, and follow-through to resolution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out industry-standard tests to diagnose and resolve faults in a network environment.
Explain technical solutions to non-technical staff.
Stay abreast of advances in technology, primarily Industrial IT (IIT) Networking.
Management and support of the various environments.
Management of Security, software, and licences.
Set up and maintenance of security rights and access permissions.
Provide the necessary user documentation.
Review project activities for compliance with procedures and standards.
Play a lead role in the development and implementation of networks in the area of responsibility.
Contributing to technical strategy, policy, and procedures for IM.
Development and operation of technical testing programs.
Production of technical and architectural documentation to agreed quality standards.
Reporting on progress/issues to management and users.
Budgetary control and forecasting in an environment of responsibility.
Management and liaison of supplier/contractual relationships.
Monitoring and responding to issues.
Delivering on project plans.
Resolving cross-functional issues at a technical level.
Defining requirements for reporting and interfacing.
Technician training and skill transfers.
Analysis of current and future processes/systems.
Plan and perform appropriate procedures, documentation, inventory assessments and other procedures related to responsibility within Industrial IT Networks.
Maximise system availability and performance through fault-tolerant configurations, efficient network architectures, and proactive monitoring.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Maintain professionalism, good attitude, and appropriate behaviour with IIT personnel, clients, and vendors.
Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly workplace/office.
Requirements
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Completed Grade 12 (Matric).
Relevant Information Technology Certifications/Qualifications.
Completed IT Diploma/Degree (Advantageous)
Cisco Qualifications (Essential)
RF Qualifications (Advantageous)
MCSE/MCSA/MCITP or equivalent Microsoft qualification (Advantageous)
Dell/HP Certification (Advantageous)
Network Security Certification (Advantageous)
Experience:
6 â 7 years of relevant IT technical experience.
Knowledge and Experience
Strong understanding of IT Infrastructures, especially Networking, Mesh networks, and RF networks.
Strong understanding of IT Network architectures, Firewall Management, DMZ, and Security in networks.
System analysis and integration.
Orchestrate documentation of procedures, standards, and activities.
Information processing principles, methods, and procedures.
Advanced knowledge of Cisco / Wireless Mesh Architectures.
Propose workable solutions and improvements.
Perform standard system installations with minimal supervision.
Operate a variety of related Server, Software, LAN, and WAN equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software, hardware, and network problems.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to effectively use judgement.
Ability to lead, develop and motivate other team players.
Please reply to the email with the following documentation:
⢠Updated CV
⢠Proof of Residence (If you reside in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga)
⢠Certificates of Qualification(s)
⢠Copy of ID
⢠Copy of a valid Drivers License
⢠3 Months' latest Payslips.
⢠If you are Unemployed at present, kindly submit a Certificate of Service from your previous employer.
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